Town of Litchfield

The meeting included a discussion regarding the Capitol Planning Working Group, defining objectives and scheduling meetings. Significant time was dedicated to the LWPCA bookkeeping integration into Town Hall, addressing portal issues, unique ID access, and confirming functionality before sending out lien notices. Actions were taken regarding Sewer Use Rules and Regulations Revisions, including a motion to refer updates on delinquent accounts, liens, and collections policy alignment to the Board of Selectmen, authorizing the use of the state marshal. The Authority also discussed commercial/industrial sewer billing practices, comparing usage-based billing to prior subjective methodologies, noting potential subsidies for businesses, and establishing a plan to review historical billing data. Follow-up on technical memoranda involved planning dedicated public working sessions to define collection system condition, quantify infiltration/inflow, and prioritize projects, with outreach to the DEP regarding scope and funding. Updates were provided on the FST Tank Cover status, noting the successful lifting and re-seating of the cover and insurance reimbursement details. Plant Superintendent Ted Donoghue reported on operational successes, including reduced hauling, chemical consumption, and high flow event handling. Discussions also covered delays in the UV system installation, the need to replace obsolete pump check valves and controllers, and plans to consolidate and reduce internet service costs by moving toward the state education network. Finally, the Authority addressed the challenge of posting an Assistant Plant Operator position due to salary competitiveness and CDL requirements, and reviewed the financial report, noting outstanding receivables and the need to mail the Arethusa surcharge invoice.

The Board of Health meeting agenda included a presentation of the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Audit. Key financial discussions involved a motion to ratify the FY26 Budget to include a one-year extension of the suicide prevention grant ($40,000), an expense of $10,000 to the McCall Foundation for the grant, and an increased exterior maintenance cost of $8,500 for mortar repairs. The board was also set to consider a recommendation for the 2026-2027 per capita rate to be set at $5.48. Personnel matters included the introduction of a new Business Manager and updates on staff changes. Other agenda items involved committee reports, updates on window installation and masonry work, adoption of updated Personnel Policies/Employee Handbook, and resolutions authorizing the Director of Health to sign documents and authorizing the Board Chairman to establish special purpose committees. The meeting also included the election of an Executive Committee and the adoption of a policy to limit the Executive Committee's power.

The meeting addressed several key issues, including a commitment to donate to a student group, reviewing progress on showing the film "The Last Drop", and payment to Doug Clement for media services. The council also discussed the Western CT Coalition funding connection for Wamogo/Litchfield LPC's, funding for upcoming LCC and PTO events, setting calendar dates for LPC meetings in 2026, and a workshop for State Opioid Grant writing.

The meeting included discussions and updates on various initiatives. Presentations on internet safety are planned with Rich Marsh at Plumb Hill MS, including costs for student and parent presentations. Updates were provided on a vaping meeting between Julie Haggard and Kathy Hanley, focusing on educational and counseling roles for the academic year 2025-26. The council approved funding for Family Game Nights at the Community Center. There was a summary of co-sponsoring the End of Summer Event with Litchfield Park and Rec, including approval for printing costs. A presentation on vaping at OWL in the fall was approved, led by Kathy Hanley of WCC. The formal renewal of Doug Clement's contract for internet postings was discussed, and there was further discussion on the School Liaison Position and ideas for Scarecrow in the Meadow. Support for a Suicide Prevention Walk in the fall was also on the agenda, along with co-programming with WAMOGO Prevention Council, program ideas for the year, and updates on vacancies on the LPC.

The meeting included discussion on pickleball, youth basketball, the Milton Resolution Race, summer concerts, summer camps, basketball and usage of Region 20 facilities, fireworks, the operating budget and Fund 22, and the search for a PT Maintenance worker. There were budget discussions on operating costs, including basketball padding and general maintenance of Community Field, as well as Fund 22. Infrastructure updates included discussions on Community Field, tennis courts (price comparison of Post Tension vs. Asphalt), the playground, and the town beach. Youth basketball sign-ups, tryouts, and team assignments were also discussed.